Storage Procedure; Motor Storage - Suzuki DF70A Owner's Manual

NOTICE
Severe engine damage may occur if you
continue cranking the engine when you
encounter friction or resistance.
If you encounter friction or resistance
while cranking the engine, stop at once
and do not attempt to start the engine
until you find and correct the problem.
7. Have your authorized Suzuki marine dealer
inspect the engine as soon as possible.
NOTICE
If the fuel supply is contaminated with
water, engine damage may occur.
If the boat's fuel tank filler and vent were
submerged, inspect the fuel supply to
make sure it is not contaminated with
water.
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STORAGE PROCEDURE

MOTOR STORAGE

When storing your motor for a long period of
time (for example, at the end of the boating sea-
son), it is recommended that you take your
motor to your authorized Suzuki Marine Dealer.
However, if you choose to prepare the motor for
storage yourself, follow the procedure outlined
below:
1. Change the gear oil as outlined in the GEAR
OIL section.
2. Change the engine oil as outlined in the
ENGINE OIL section.
3. Fill a high quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel
tank according to the instructions on the sta-
bilizer can.
4. Flush the water passages in the motor thor-
oughly. Refer to the FLUSHING THE
WATER PASSAGES (Engine running) sec-
tion.
5. Readjust the water flow, run the engine at
about 1500 r/min. in neutral for five minutes
to distribute the stabilized fuel through the
engine.
6. Stop the engine. Then turn off the water and
disconnect the flushing attachment.
7. Lubricate all other specified parts. Refer to
the LUBRICATION section. Spray entire
powerhead with a rust preventative (not a
penetrating oil product).
8. Apply a coat of automotive wax on the exter-
nal finish of the motor. If paint damage is evi-
dent, apply touch up paint before waxing.
9. Store the motor in an upright position in a
dry, well-ventilated area. Select an area with
constant temperature to avoid corrosion
caused by condensation. Do not store next
to furnaces, heaters, etc.
 WARNING
When the engine is running, there are
many moving parts that could cause
severe personal injury.
When the engine is running, keep your
hands, hair, clothing, etc., away from the
engine.